Description
Bond Arms took their proven double barrel design, slimmed it way down, and chambered it in the most common rimfire cartridge on the planet. The result is the Stinger RS in .22 LR, a stainless steel two-shot derringer with a 3 inch double barrel that measures just 5 inches overall and stays well under an inch wide with the slim nylon grips installed. It drops into a pocket or a tackle box and you forget it's there until you need it.
Why the Stinger RS Earns a Spot in Your Kit
The RS stands for Rough Series, which means the stainless frame and barrel get a matte bead-blasted treatment instead of a high polish. That keeps glare down and means scratches from daily carry blend right in. Underneath that finish is the same lockup and single action operation Bond Arms has been building in Granbury, Texas for decades. The rebounding hammer and retracting firing pins keep the pins off the rims until you deliberately cock and press the trigger, and the cross-bolt safety adds one more layer of control. An integrated trigger guard gives your finger a natural home while you thumb the hammer back between shots.
Shooting the Stinger RS 22LR
This is where the .22 LR chambering shines. All that stainless steel soaks up what little recoil the round produces, so it's genuinely pleasant to shoot, and since nothing reciprocates you can take a high, steady grip that other pocket guns won't allow. The fixed blade front and notch rear are low profile but plenty usable at practical distances, and ammo is cheap enough that you'll practice more than you would with a centerfire pocket pistol. It makes a great kit gun for camping, hiking, and fishing trips, and it's just plain fun on the range.
Barrels are interchangeable with other Stinger RS series barrels, so the platform can grow with you down the road. Note that RS barrels are their own family and don't swap with the original aluminum-frame Stinger. If you've been wanting a modern take on the classic derringer without the heft of a full-size Bond, this is the one to handle.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Bond Arms
- Model: Stinger RS
- MPN: BASRS-22LR
- UPC: 855959002366
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Capacity: 2 Rounds
- Action: Single Action Break-Open Derringer
- Barrel Length: 3 inches
- Overall Length: 5 inches
- Frame/Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
- Finish: Rough Series Matte Stainless
- Grips: Slim Textured Nylon
- Sights: Fixed Front Blade, Rear Notch
- Safety: Cross-Bolt Safety, Rebounding Hammer, Retracting Firing Pins
- Weight: Approx. 16 oz
- Made In: Granbury, Texas, USA
What’s Included
- Bond Arms Stinger RS .22 LR derringer
- Slim nylon grips (installed)
- Owner's manual
- Cable lock
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I swap barrels on the Stinger RS 22LR?
Yes, with one caveat. The Stinger RS 22LR accepts other barrels from the Stinger RS series, so you can change calibers within that family. It is not compatible with barrels from the original aluminum-frame Stinger or Bond's larger big-bore derringer lines, so make sure any accessory barrel you pick up is specifically an RS barrel.
How does the Stinger RS differ from the original Bond Arms Stinger?
The original Stinger uses a lightweight aluminum frame, while the RS (Rough Series) is all stainless steel with a matte bead-blasted finish. Both share the same slim profile that sets them apart from Bond's wider full-size derringers. The extra steel adds a few ounces but soaks up recoil and adds long-term durability.
Is the Stinger RS .22 LR pleasant to shoot?
Very much so. The stainless construction gives it enough heft that .22 LR recoil is almost nothing, and since there's no slide or cylinder moving you can take a high, stable two-handed grip. The trigger breaks clean and tends to smooth out even more with use, making this one of the more enjoyable pocket guns to run at the range.
Does the Bond Arms Stinger RS 22LR come with rubber grips?
No, this model ships with the slim textured nylon grips installed and does not include the rubber grip set that comes with some other Bond Arms models. The slim grips keep the overall width down, which is a big part of what makes this derringer so easy to conceal and pocket carry.





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